Maya Has Experienced Brain Damage That Has Left Her with Difficulty

question 92

Multiple Choice

Maya has experienced brain damage that has left her with difficulty sleeping and the problem of being hyperaroused.Which area of the brain was most likely damaged?

• A)the pons
• B)the medulla
• C)the hypothalamus
• D)the reticular activating system

Identify and explore the concept of ageism and discrimination against both the disabled and elderly populations.

Understand the legal and normative frameworks that structure the life course and stages of life.

Recognize the role of rehabilitation, education, and integration in the lives of the disabled.

Explore the relationship between socio-economic status and physical health/outcomes.

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Definitions:

Optic Disc

The point in the eye where the optic nerve meets the retina, also known as the blind spot, as it contains no photoreceptor cells.

Vascular Tunic

The middle layer of the eye comprising the choroid, ciliary body, and iris, which provides blood supply and supports intraocular structures.

Macula Lutea

A region in the retina responsible for high acuity vision, characterized by a high concentration of cones and called the "yellow spot".

Photoreceptor Cells

Specialized cells found in the retina of the eye that detect light and convert it into electrical signals for vision.